Retail Buyer, Target Field in Minneapolis, MN
Job title: Retail Buyer, Target Field in Minneapolis, MN at Delaware North
Company: Delaware North
Job description: The opportunityDelaware North Sportservice is hiring a Retail Purchasing Manager to join our team at Target Field (Minnesota Twins) in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Retail Purchasing Manager works closely with the Retail Manager on all product buys and managing vendor communication, analysis and development of multiple apparel and headwear lines. In addition to the responsibilities below, this individual will work closely with the Twins marketing department and partners to plan and execute retail strategies and initiatives through social media channels, in game features and in store display merchandising.PayMinimum - Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $61,200 - $82,600 / yearIn addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at .What we offerAt Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
- Paid vacation days and holidays
- Paid parental bonding leave
- Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
- Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts
- Partner with the Retail Manager and the Twins on vendor selection, category planning, and marketing strategy for licensed apparel, headwear, and novelty lines
- Work closely with the Retail Manager throughout the buying process, including reviewing lines, research, analysis, assortment building, and purchase order creation
- Identify current trends and customer preferences, and execute unique retail collaborations and partnerships to expand the fanbase and differentiate the Twins
- Collaborate with partners on custom designs and logo decoration, adhering to Major League Baseball licensing guidelines, and support assortment replenishment through strategic analysis and vendor communication
- Engage with cross-departmental teams, analyze reporting and trends for strategic decisions, adhere to inventory directives, create compelling product displays, and travel to trade shows and vendor meetings
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of 2 years of retail purchasing experience with at least 1 year of retail merchandising experience preferred
- Sports merchandise experience is a plus
- Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Power Point; previous retail system knowledge is a plus
- Understanding of social media channels, content, and the internet